Check It Out: The World Famous Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign

In a city where over-the-top man-made tourist attractions are seemingly produced annually, the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign should be nicknamed “Old Faithful”. The Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign is one of the most visited and photographed landmarks in a city that hosts 39.2 million visitors a year. It is a classic, a cultural icon, and now it’s recognized on the National Register for Historic Places.

The Las Vegas Sign was “born” in May 1959. It was designed by Betty Willis whom received $4,000 for her work, and built by Western Neon. It is 25 feet tall. Currently, YESCO owns the sign and even pays the monthly power bill to keep it lit at night. Wondering how much the average power bill is? Answer: under $60.